Roman Empire, The

PRODUCT SUMMARY

For sale in the U.S. and Canda only-- The origin of Rome is marked by the legend of the bickering brothers Romulus and Remus. The city was named for the prevailing brother, Romulus, and it flourished to become the origin of a powerful empire. Citizens of Rome became rich traders and landowners thanks to an organized agricultural system and prosperous trade, and mass migration from other nations began. However, Rome's wealth became its very downfall. Explore nearly 1,000 years of Roman history, and discover the lasting legacy of Rome in Western culture.
A Teacher's Guide is included and available online.

EDITORIAL REVIEWS

"…reasoned, objective discussions…Technical quality is very good….This series will help students understand the conditions that led to the demise of each of these empires and why they are so important to world history."- School Library Journal (Nov 2004)

"…impressively informative…an invaluable supplement to classroom curriculums and a welcome addition to homeschooling and community library resources as well."- Midwest Book Review (Sept 2006)